Things to do in Orlando: 8 top sights with hours and prices

Disney's most visited park, with Cinderella Castle, classic rides like Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion, and newer ones like TRON Lightcycle / Run and Tiana's Bayou Adventure.

Area

Walt Disney World, Lake Buena Vista

Hours

Hours change by date. On Oct. 1, 2026 the park showed early entry 8:30–9:00 a.m. (for eligible guests), then 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., plus a separate ticketed evening event

Getting there

Inside Walt Disney World Resort; check Disney's site for transport from your hotel

Tip

Date-based pricing: Touring Plans lists 2026 one-day Magic Kingdom tickets from US$139 to US$209, with the cheapest days in August and September. Check the official calendar for your dates and buy before you go.

Muslim-friendly

Tony's Town Square Restaurant serves halal meals without advance notice. Other table-service restaurants can prepare halal meals if you ask ahead (see the halal section).

Two parks in one: World Nature (Soarin' Across America, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, Turtle Talk with Crush) and World Showcase, a walk around 11 country pavilions with rides like Frozen Ever After and Remy's Ratatouille Adventure.

Area

Walt Disney World, Lake Buena Vista

Hours

Hours change by date. On Oct. 1, 2026: early entry 8:30–9:00 a.m., park 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

Getting there

Inside Walt Disney World Resort; check Disney's site for transport from your hotel

Tip

Date-based pricing, set by Disney for each day. World Showcase is a long walk, so wear comfortable shoes and plan a break.

Muslim-friendly

Sunshine Seasons serves halal meals without advance notice. The EPCOT pavilions also include Spice Road Table (Morocco and Middle Eastern food); ask staff about halal options there.

Two movie and adventure parks next to each other. Universal Studios Florida is built around film and TV; Islands of Adventure is known for its coasters and themed lands.

Area

Universal Orlando Resort

Hours

Typical September hours are 9 or 10 a.m. to 8 or 9 p.m., but Universal Studios Florida closes early on Halloween Horror Nights event nights. Check the Universal app for your date

Getting there

Universal Orlando sits at the north end of International Drive. Official Universal hotels offer free resort transportation

Tip

Date-based pricing, and Universal's 2026 multi-day tickets can include Epic Universe. Visit Orlando says park visits don't need a reservation, but you need a ticket for a set start date.

Muslim-friendly

We could not confirm a halal meal programme at Universal. Bring a plan for meals or check with guest services.

Universal's newest park (opened May 22, 2025) with five worlds, including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic, Super Nintendo World and How to Train Your Dragon: Isle of Berk.

Area

1001 Epic Blvd., south of Sand Lake Road

Hours

Hours vary by date; one day in late September 2026 showed 9 a.m.–10 p.m.

Getting there

It is a separate site near the Orange County Convention Center, east of Universal Boulevard. It is not next to the other two Universal parks

Tip

Date-based pricing, and the ticket start date matters. It can reach capacity on busy days, so arrive at opening. Photo ID is needed to enter.

A marine-life theme park with coasters, shows and animal habitats. The I-Ride trolley's Red Line goes to SeaWorld.

Area

International Drive (south end)

Price

From US$59.99 for a single-day ticket online (a promotion; date-specific, can't be combined with other offers) · book ahead

Getting there

I-Ride trolley Red Line along International Drive reaches SeaWorld

Tip

The promo price is for tickets bought online and is open to residents of the US, Puerto Rico and Canada. Tickets are nonrefundable, but SeaWorld lets you change the date for free by calling 407-545-5550. All-Day Dining is an add-on for US$40.

NASA's launch site on Florida's Space Coast. Admission includes the bus tour and the rocket exhibits. It is a full day away from Orlando's parks.

Area

Merritt Island, east coast (day trip)

Hours

9 a.m.–5 p.m. most of the year; 9 a.m.–6 p.m. June 29–Aug. 9 and 9 a.m.–7 p.m. Dec. 20–24 and 26–30, 2026. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Entry ends 1 hour before closing, and the last bus tour leaves 2.5 hours before closing

Price

US$77 adult (12+), US$67 child (3–11) for 1 day; date-based · book ahead

Getting there

Drive east from Orlando; allow time each way

Tip

Arrive at opening and take the bus tour first, because the last bus tour leaves 2.5 hours before closing. A 2-day ticket is US$91 adult.

A free, open-air shopping and dining area at Walt Disney World with more than 150 shops, restaurants and activities in four neighbourhoods. A good rest-day or evening stop without a park ticket.

Area

Lake Buena Vista

Hours

About 10 a.m.–11 p.m. daily (per a secondary guide; check Disney's site)

Price

Free admission and free parking

Getting there

Take exit 67 off Interstate 4. Address: 1486 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista

Tip

Go in the late afternoon for the cooler weather. Restaurants are a mix, so check halal before sitting down.

Muslim-friendly

Disney table-service restaurants can prepare halal meals on request (see the halal section). Don't assume any restaurant is halal without asking.

An entertainment centre on International Drive with The Orlando Eye observation wheel (about a 20-minute ride), Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE Aquarium and the Museum of Illusions.

Area

International Drive

Price

Free to walk in; each attraction has its own ticket. Combo packages start at US$39 per adult

Getting there

8375 International Drive, Orlando. I-Ride trolley (Red Line) runs along the International Drive corridor

Tip

Free parking is on floors 4–7 of the adjacent garage. Tickets bought online for The Orlando Eye are valid for 14 days. Blue Man Group performs here too, if you want a show.